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Henri Veesaar Suffers Torn ACL, Set to Miss Hawks Rookie Season

By Hugo Brennan

Henri Veesaar Suffers Torn ACL, Set to Miss Hawks Rookie Season

The Hawks’ frontcourt depth took an early hit when rookie center Henri Veesaar tore the ACL in his right knee during a workout last week. The 7-footer is expected to miss the entire season.

Rookie season put on hold

  1. Veesaar injured his right knee while working out last week.
  2. Testing confirmed a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
  3. The injury is expected to keep the Hawks rookie out for the season.

The loss removes a developmental big man from Atlanta’s rotation before Veesaar could begin his rookie campaign. The 7-footer will now face a lengthy rehabilitation process following the right-knee injury.